Primary Department: County Engineer
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, County Engineer
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Not applicable
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Financial Authorization
Project ID (if applicable): 21102MF1SM01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): The Buffalo Bayou Partnership, a Texas non-profit corporation
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to purchase a 0.3302 tract of land from The Buffalo Bayou Partnership, a Texas non-profit corporation, for the Lockwood Overpass Parking Lot & Improvements project, tract 5, in the amount of $130,710.01 based on an interlocal agreement, UPIN 21102MF1SM01, Precinct 2.
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Background and Discussion:
In 2022, Harris County to entered into a Tri-Party agreement with the City of Houston and the Buffalo Bayou Partnership for the development, construction, and maintenance of the Buffalo Bayou East Project. The Lockwood Drive project, a collaboration between the Harris County, City of Houston, and Buffalo Bayou Partnership, aims to enhance vehicular and pedestrian mobility while supporting the ongoing residential and recreational developments along Buffalo Bayou. This regional master plan will increase safety and accessibility through the construction of new roads, sidewalks, traffic signals, parking facilities, and trail connections, benefiting the community and boosting future growth. Harris County will provide funding for Project Costs, including payment for the Work and payment to BBP as consideration for the SPUR TRACT, up to the $4,088,075.00.
Expected Impact:
The project is expected to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion by adding new road connections and a signalized intersection. It will enhance pedestrian safety and mobility with the addition of sidewalks, trails, and lighting. The new parking area under the Lockwood Bridge will provide convenient parking and better utilize existing space. Furthermore, the installation of a stormwater system will improve drainage and mitigate flood risks. Overall, the project will create a safer, more accessible, and better-connected environment for residents and visitors.
Alternative Options:
Do not proceed with the proposed modifications to Lockwood Drive at Buffalo Bayou unless Harris County fully funds the construction costs.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 2. Connect our community with safe, reliable, equitably distributed, and well-maintained infrastructure.
County Strategic Plan Objective: F: Ensure safety and security for all using the county’s transportation network in alignment with the County’s Vision Zero plan.
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): F1: Strengthen the County’s commitment to Vision Zero principles and goals.
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
Health Initiative (Goal 4): N/A
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): N/A
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): N/A
Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan:
Prior Court Action (if any): None
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Date |
Agenda Item # |
Action Taken |
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9/27/2022 |
22-6031 |
Request by the County Attorney for discussion and approval for Harris County to enter into a Tri-Party agreement with the City of Houston and the Buffalo Bayou Partnership for the development, construction, and maintenance of the Buffalo Bayou East Project. |
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1/9/2025 |
25-0171 |
Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for infrastructure improvements on Lockwood Drive between Crites Street and Buffalo Bayou for Precinct 2 (240407) |
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3/27/2025 |
122 |
Approval of interlocal agreement |
Location:
Address (if applicable): 0 Crites Street, Houston, TX 77011
Precinct(s): Precinct 2
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Anticipated Court Date: 5/22/2025
Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date): Click or tap to enter a date.
Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or COVID-19 related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Michael Ware, Director, Real Property Division
Attachments (if applicable): Interlocal Agreement and Exhibits